Supporting Local and Foreign Services

Grace emphasizes faith in action.

We are committed to build and support relationships with local and foreign mission partners seeking to benefit God’s people and creation at large.

Some of those partners are as follows:

Aldersgate is non-profit human services agency addressing life issues for children, men, women, teens, families, and organizations. This is done through: individual, family, marital, and group counseling; substance abuse education and prevention; school- and home-based support services; and community outreach.

www.aldersgateservices.org

Family Promise Montco PA (formerly Inter-Faith Housing Alliance) provides emergency and transitional housing for families experiencing homelessness in Montgomery County by partnering with local congregations. They also provide food to locals in need.

www.fpmontco.org

Their mission is to provide individualized care and support to families affected by cancer by addressing their most critical needs so that they can concentrate their efforts on regaining their physical health.

www.breathingroomfoundation.org

The mission of Cornerstone is to educate the children of Southwest Philadelphia, including those from at-risk neighborhoods, in an environment that provides the highest standards for academic achievement and
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www.cornerstonephiladelphia.com

Providing compassionate services to low income residents of Montgomery County, PA including the distribution of food and clothing at no cost or obligation to our patrons.

www.jenkintownfoodcupboard.org

Laurel House is a comprehensive domestic violence agency serving individuals, families, and communities throughout Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

www.laurel-house.org

The mission of Philadelphia Interfaith Hospitality Network is to support families who are experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia. 

www.philashelter.org

OHAAT (One House at a Time) seeks to help families in Greater Philadelphia who are currently lacking resources to establish (or reestablish) a self-sufficient life by providing them with the necessities of a functional home environment.

Through our Beds for Kids program, we provide children and youth living in poverty with beds, bedding, and tools that encourage healthy bedtime habits.

https://www.ohaat.org/

Wellspring — Breakfast Ministry and Clothing Cupboard

Each Saturday morning, 52 weeks a year, we serve a hot breakfast and provide clothing and toiletries to 60 people (mostly men) who are experiencing homelessness or hardship. Our volunteers include members of Old First, community members, groups from other congregations, students and community service groups, and anyone who wants to help!

www.oldfirstucc.org

International Outreach Programs

International Needs Ghana (INGH) is a Christian development organization which began operations in Ghana in 1984. INGH is a worldwide partnership of Christian organization fulfilling the commission of Jesus Christ, supporting each other to see transformed lives, families and communities.

www.internationalneedsgh.org